Our vision
Elevate storytelling with authentic animal performances that inspire audiences everywhere.
World-class animal talent for film, television and advertising
Safe, ethical and expertly trained animal performances for productions worldwide.
Contact usTrusted by leading productions
We’ve worked with top brands across many industries.
Dark Horse Productions has supported recognised businesses across film, television and advertising.
Get in touchNetflix
Disney
ABC
Volkswagen
Hyundai
Pepsi Max
Uber Eats
Petbarn
Hungry Jack’s
CommBank
DoorDash
Ubank
Netflix
Disney
ABC
Volkswagen
Hyundai
Pepsi Max
Uber Eats
Petbarn
Hungry Jack’s
CommBank
DoorDash
Ubank
Netflix
Disney
ABC
Volkswagen
Hyundai
Pepsi Max
Uber Eats
Petbarn
Hungry Jack’s
CommBank
DoorDash
Ubank
Netflix
Disney
ABC
Volkswagen
Hyundai
Pepsi Max
Uber Eats
Petbarn
Hungry Jack’s
CommBank
DoorDash
Ubank
Experience that supports every scene
Led by Adam Battaglia, Australia’s only horse master with combined qualifications in animal behaviour, training, education and zookeeping.
Our 300-acre Southern Highlands facility, global logistics capability and industry-leading welfare standards support productions of every scale.
Services include animal trainers, wranglers, horse stunt coordination, script breakdowns, budget planning, livestock, vehicles, saddlery, props, transport, yarding and housing.
More about us
Our mission
Deliver complete animal action solutions that balance creativity, safety and welfare.
Experience at scale
Our industry impact in numbers
Twenty-five years, more than 500 productions and a 300-acre facility in the Southern Highlands of NSW.
25
Years
Contributing trusted animal performances to the industry.
300
Acres
A purpose-built Southern Highlands training and production base.
500+
Productions
Film, television, advertising and live projects delivered.
Production partners
What our clients say
Adam and Dark Horse Productions were the best horse trainers I’ve ever worked with.
Adam is utterly professional. He makes the seemingly impossible possible, with a complete understanding of what directors and camera operators need.
The team’s positive reinforcement stood out. Adam adapted quickly on set while meeting every welfare commitment.
Complex horse stunts ran safely and ahead of schedule. Adam’s riders and safety team executed with precision.
The best in the business for a reason.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Dark Horse Productions
We work with domestic and exotic animals, including dogs, cats, horses, livestock, birds, reptiles, primates and big cats. Our global network can source specific animals for production requirements.
Yes. We provide trained horses, experienced riders, horse-drawn vehicles, period saddlery, props, stunt riders and trick riders.
Yes. We support international productions and coordinate sourcing, visas, permits, quarantine, transport and local production requirements.
Our animals are prepared by qualified professionals using positive reinforcement. We supervise on-set work, brief the crew and supply additional safety support when required.
We follow applicable state codes of practice, RSPCA guidance and production-specific welfare requirements. Veterinary supervision and compliance documentation can be arranged.
